Contract Specialist 49-25 at Housing Authority of The City of Austin

Job Notice Date Posted: November 17 2025 Position: Contract Specialist Starting range: $26.11/hour Job# 49-25 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled Established in 1937 the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) is a national leader in providing safe healthy and affordable housing options for the Austin community. HACAs mission is to cultivate sustainable affordable housing communities and partnerships that inspire self-reliance growth and optimism.Southwest Housing Compliance Corporation (SHCC) is looking for a detail oriented highly organized candidate to work with owners and agents in our Contracts Department. SHCC has served the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as high-performing Contract Administrator for over 25 this role we are proud to serve over 800 properties in the states of Texas and Arkansas to ensure they provide healthy and safe housing and that rent subsidies are accurately calculated in accordance with HUDs mission. What you will do in this position:Review & RecommendationReview owner/agent renewal and rent adjustment submissions for completeness and accuracy.Identify discrepancies and request additional information as needed.Provide clear well-supported recommendations based on HUD requirements.Regulatory ComplianceEnsure all processing aligns with current HUD rules and guidance.Stay up to date on regulatory changes and apply them to daily reviews.Maintain accurate documentation to support compliance and audits.Customer Service & CommunicationProvide professional responsive support to owners agents and HUD staff.Communicate decisions and requests clearly both verbally and in writing.Offer guidance to help stakeholders understand requirements and processes.Data Entry & System ManagementEnter and maintain accurate data in SHCC and HUD systems.Upload organize and archive required documents.Identify opportunities to strengthen accuracy and workflow efficiency.Portfolio ManagementManage an assigned portfolio and track all associated deadlines.Conduct multi-level reviews to ensure quality and compliance.Monitor trends in assigned properties and elevate issues as appropriateQualified candidates must possess:At least two years of college Bachelors degree is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to provide compassionate and professional customer service to clientele of diverse backgroundsStrong computer skills (Google Suite Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Acrobat DocuSign Emphasys ELITE and Laserfiche)Knowledge of HUD programs regulatory compliance the affordable housing industryKnowledge of principals and techniques of accounting budgeting financing and mortgages a plus. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing is critical. A writing test will be administered as part of the interview process.Preferred candidates will also have:Prior experience reviewing owner/agent contract renewals and rent adjustment requests.Experience managing a portfolio of properties and meeting strict HUD deadlines.Familiarity with data entry and system management in HUD or housing compliance systems.Experience providing guidance or training to property owners agents or staff.Knowledge of multi-level review processes and quality assurance procedures Benefits:Paid sick leave annual leave birthday leave & federal holidays 100% of employee health insurance premiums paid by the agencySupplemental health dental vision and life insurance options for employees and familyEmployee Assistance ProgramHybrid work schedule availableFor a more detailed description of our compensation/benefits offered go to the following website: APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT: SHCC is a subsidiary of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) Application for open posted position must be submitted via online at the following website: also accept applications at the Housing Authority of the City of Austin 1124 S. IH-35 Austin Texas 78704. No applications will be accepted after the noted closing dates on the job announcement. We encourage you to visit our website at often to view and apply for vacant positions or sign up for job alerts at our career site. SHCC is a drug-free workplace. A Criminal Background Check including a sex offender registry check. A Driving Record Texas Drivers License and a Physical/Drug Screening will be required upon offer of employment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Required Experience:IC Key Skills IVR,SOAP,Avaya,Solaris,Cost Accounting Standards,Database Design,Hibernate,ITIL,Weblogic,Express.js,Contracts,ASP Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1